Daylight saving time arrives for 2026. Here's what to know.
The time change known as daylight savings starts Sunday, March 8, 2026. Most Americans lose an hour of sleep when clocks "spring forward."
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The time change known as daylight savings starts Sunday, March 8, 2026. Most Americans lose an hour of sleep when clocks "spring forward."
Longer and lighter days were supposed to save energy, reduce traffic accidents and help people become more active. Governments thought daylight saving time would save money.
Do you feel the impact when you lose an hour of sleep to daylight saving time? Are you looking forward to having it stay lighter at night later?
Daylight saving time ended on Sunday, Nov. 2, 2025, when the clocks fell back and we gained an hour.
President Trump has suggested he supports eliminating daylight saving time, although he's also called it a "50/50 issue."
A sleep expert, lawmaker and former dairy farmer in Minnesota agree that the practice of daylight saving time has run its course.
Sleep experts, lawmakers and farmers in Minnesota share their thoughts on whether to keep daylight saving time.
Jeff Wagner has the latest updates and headlines.
Sleep is the rest and recovery bodies and brains need to be at our best once our eyes open again. Achieving that is easier said than done.
Clocks will spring ahead and we’ll lose an hour of sleep this weekend. Is it really necessary?
Just like the leaves, the clock falls back and some people fall off balance, according to Dr. Marcel Hungs, a neurologist and sleep medicine specialist at HealthPartners.
You may feel a bit more alert than you normally do this time of night. We all got an extra hour of sleep this weekend thanks to daylight saving time. But did it make a difference? Can you catch up on sleep? Good Question.
The end to daylight saving time means our clocks "fall back" early Sunday, Nov. 3, 2024. But why do we have to adjust the time twice a year?
Gaining an extra hour of sleep as daylight saving time ends might sound like a win, but experts say "falling back" can have some health consequences. Here's some advice to help you cope.
New research out of Australia shows exercise is at the heart of sleep quality.
Daylight saving time for 2024 is here, which means we lost an hour of sleep as we "spring forward." Here's how to deal with the time change, according to experts.
Clocks "spring forward" when daylight saving time begins on Sunday, March 10, 2024.
Daylight saving time is returning in March 2024 the same way the twice-a-year time change has resumed for the last 17 years, only to end as usual in November 2024.
This weekend we lose an hour of sleep as we spring forward into daylight saving time. The twice-a-year clock change has long been debated, and that might have you wondering: What would happen if daylight saving time was year-round?
Many health groups say the abrupt time shift disrupts circadian rhythms, leading to fatigue and a higher risk of heart attacks and strokes.
Daylight saving time for 2023 will end in early November with most Americans having to "fall back" for the biannual time change and turn their clocks back an hour.
Daylight saving time ends on Sunday. It means we'll have to set our clocks back an hour and lose an hour of sunlight in the evening. This might not always be the case in the future.
There is a 16% increase in deer-vehicle collisions in the week following the shift to standard time, according to the study.
Six in 10 Americans said they preferred making daylight saving time permanent, according to a poll.
From nearly 3,000 miles away, Minnesotans are coming together to help the South American country.
Minnesota officials say said metal and plastic products possibly found their way into Bebe Zito's ice cream products.
Twin Cities Pride is officially underway, with more than 100,000 expected to visit Loring Park this weekend.
President Trump on Saturday said he has nominated Lance Schroyer to be the next director of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement.
A 32-year-old man accused of taking a rifle from an FBI vehicle during a federal operation in north Minneapolis pleaded guilty Friday.
From nearly 3,000 miles away, Minnesotans are coming together to help the South American country.
Minnesota officials say said metal and plastic products possibly found their way into Bebe Zito's ice cream products.
Twin Cities Pride is officially underway, with more than 100,000 expected to visit Loring Park this weekend.
A 32-year-old man accused of taking a rifle from an FBI vehicle during a federal operation in north Minneapolis pleaded guilty Friday.
Tucked away in the Midway neighborhood in St. Paul is a community treasure many have come to love and respect.
On Friday afternoon, it was a warm welcome on St. Peter, Minnesota streets, a gesture many thought was their duty to do. Residents in the community showed up to support an officer, who was hurt in a shootout with a suspect, being escorted home by police from the hospital to recover.
The University of Minnesota Board of Regents have approved a budget that includes a tuition hike of up to 4.5% and the sale of part of the Les Bolstad Golf Course, officials said Friday.
A 29-year-old worker at a poultry plant in Cold Spring, Minnesota, died early Thursday morning after authorities say he was pinned under equipment.
A 74-year-old pilot died in a plane crash in Winona, Minnesota, Thursday evening.
A new report says nearly half of Minnesota hospitality and tourism businesses surveyed are seeing fewer customers and less income as the state heads into its most profitable season.
A 63-year-old man was killed in a single-vehicle crash Sunday morning in western Wisconsin.
A federal judge ruled ICE failed to show enough evidence to justify holding Salah Sarsour, a legal permanent resident detained for 80 days after speaking out in support of Palestinian rights.
Jim Troupis, Mike Roman, and Ken Chesebro entered not guilty pleas in Dane County Circuit Court on Tuesday to 11 felony forgery charges tied to a scheme to submit false electoral certificates to Congress after Trump lost Wisconsin in 2020.
A federal judge ruled Tuesday that Hannah Dugan's obstruction of justice conviction will stand, rejecting her legal team's argument that a recent appeals court ruling should have invalidated the case.
A big birthday party is coming up this summer, one that every American can celebrate. And it could help the fireworks industry explode with record sales. WCCO explores how much Americans spend each year on fireworks.
Tucked away in the Midway neighborhood in St. Paul is a community treasure many have come to love and respect.
What started as a small fundraiser following one of Joe's surgeries at Gillette Children's has grown into a community tradition that has raised nearly $100,000 for the hospital.
A trip to the video store was once a weekly ritual, and now one Minnesota movie lover is trying to bring that experience back.
Betty and Kermit Eastman, both 99, celebrated their 80th wedding anniversary on June 6 — a milestone so rare that on average only one couple in the U.S. reaches it each year.
Created by artist Lilyan Lauzon, the mini art vending machine at Inkwell Booksellers charges no fees to artists and returns the full $1 sale price to each creator.
The running mate of Kendall Qualls, the Minnesota GOP-endorsed candidate for governor, says he won't apologize for attending the Jan. 6 riot at the U.S. Capitol.
Brian Nicholson, the running mate for GOP-endorsed candidate for Minnesota governor Kendall Qualls, says he won't apologize for attending the January 6th riot in Washington, D.C.
Michigan State Police said law enforcement and Child Protective Services confirmed a report against Pete Buttigieg was unsubstantiated and false.
The U.S. military says it hit Iranian targets over Iran's drone attack on a commercial vessel in the Strait of Hormuz, marking the first American strikes on Iran since the two countries formally agreed to extend a ceasefire last week.
Led by Sen. Cory Booker of New Jersey, a group of Senate Democrats suggested the Justice Department violated its internal policies with the creation of the "anti-weaponization" fund.
Insurance experts say hail damage claims that once averaged $10,000–$15,000 now routinely reach $40,000–$60,000, even as many policies have shifted away from full replacement coverage.
Hundreds of workers, employed by Delaware North Company to serve food and drinks, say they are fighting for livable wages and healthcare benefits.
Target is tapping designer and TV personality Isaac Mizrahi for a newly created role as creative director at large as the discounter aims to reclaim its reputation for stylish clothing on a budget.
Target is voluntarily recalling two types of baby wipes due to concerns that the products may be contaminated with bacteria that may cause "serious and life-threatening infections," the U.S. Food and Drug Administration said on Friday.
The dream of a woman in Minnesota started with excitement, but quickly unraveled into loss after she said she fell victim to a scheme that targeted more than 30 Spanish speakers.
A 32-year-old man accused of taking a rifle from an FBI vehicle during a federal operation in north Minneapolis pleaded guilty Friday.
Prosecutors have charged a man in a string of burglaries across the Twin Cities. A Minneapolis business who had a safe stolen from their establishment last month says it's a perfect reason to celebrate.
Abdikerm Eidleh, accused of playing a key role in the Feeding Our Future fraud scheme, was arrested in Somalia after more than four years, federal officials said.
A south suburban family has filed a lawsuit against Parkview Christian Church, alleging a volunteer placed a secret recording device in a restroom at the church's New Lenox location during a children's summer camp event in June.
The case against Minnesota GOP State Rep. Elliott Engen, who was arrested earlier this year for suspicion of driving while impaired, will continue later this summer.
A dangerous social media trend is circulating online, and Minnesota health experts are warning parents it involves allergy medication.
The Minneapolis City Council on Thursday voted to overturn a ban on adult bathhouses and sex venues that has been in place for 38 years.
Emily Pearson has a rare genetic disorder that causes severe, painful reactions to sunlight.
Jenn Glass has been taking a GLP-1 since last November. The 53-year-old mother of three has already lost more than 30 pounds, but she's focused on something beyond the number on the scale.
It's a gruesome problem impacting livestock in southern states and veterinarians worry it could come to Minnesota.
Tucked away in the Midway neighborhood in St. Paul is a community treasure many have come to love and respect.
Legendary musician Lionel Richie is postponing two upcoming concerts after he cut his performance short in St. Paul, Minnesota, earlier this week.
We have another action-packed weekend with events happening every day all across the state, including plenty of ways to celebrate Pride!
Legendary musician Lionel Richie had to cut his performance short Wednesday night in St. Paul, Minnesota, leaving fans with many questions.
A trip to the video store was once a weekly ritual, and now one Minnesota movie lover is trying to bring that experience back.
Cheryl Reeve is taking a break from her busy WNBA season to head to Knoxville this weekend and be inducted into the Women's Basketball Hall of Fame.
Royce Lewis slipped an RBI single up the middle in the 10th inning and the Minnesota Twins beat the Colorado Rockies 9-8 on Friday night after blowing a seven-run lead.
No foul was initially called after Alyssa Thomas' fist made contact with Caitlin Clark's throat during a game between the Phoenix Mercury and Indiana Fever on Wednesday.
A Minnesota Timberwolves fan favorite is reportedly heading out the door.
Mookie Betts backed Shohei Ohtani with his 300th career home run, three hits and slick defense, as the Los Angeles Dodgers beat the Minnesota Twins 4-3 for a three-game sweep.
Fifteen people, most of them Minnesotans, were arrested and charged last week, accused of impeding Immigration and Customs Enforcement operations.
Two anti-ICE protesters charged with felonies in federal court tell their story to WCCO's Esme Murphy.
Early voting for the Aug. 11 primary starts this Friday, and one of the most-watched races in Minnesota is the very tight contest for governor on the Republican side.
After disputes about ballots and concerns about voting totals, businessman Kendall Qualls won the endorsement.
Minnesota's endorsing conventions are over, and the story of the weekend is the upset of House Speaker Lisa Demuth in the GOP governor's race.
It's a lake cruise in the middle of town, and there's more than pelicans on the Pelican Breeze tour in Albert Lea, Minnesota.
Currie, Minnesota, is truly small-town America. The population hovers at just over 200. But on the northern outskirts, you'll happen upon a place with plenty of bells and whistles: End-O-Line Railroad Park and Museum
School's out, summer's here, and if you're heading to the lake on Highway 10, you may just stumble upon hidden treasure.
Nearly 40 years ago, a building was sent over piece by piece from Norway to a farm in Chippewa County, Minnesota. It's one of the only stabburs in the United States.
Minneiska, Minnesota, is a small river town on Highway 61 near the Mississippi River, but at one point it was home to a castle.
Water beckons Minnesotans this time of year, especially our lakes. But something in it can turn us away, even if other animals and organisms need it.
The latest data shows it's at 331.2 million barrels of oil.
Fifteen Minnesotans charged for conspiracy to impede or injure federal agents are part of what President Trump considers a terrorist group, prosecutors said.
A big birthday party is coming up this summer, one that every American can celebrate. And it could help the fireworks industry explode with record sales. WCCO explores how much Americans spend each year on fireworks.
Minnesotans weathered the third air quality alert triggered by ozone of the year Monday. If two more happen, it will tie the yearly record.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Minnesotans got a great view of the northern lights Tuesday night.
A look at the newest addition to the polar bear population at St. Paul, Minnesota's Como Zoo.
From food shelves to school programs, our team is proud to serve where it matters most.
The Minnesota State Fair has unveiled its new food, drinks and vendors for 2025.
After some possible storms on Sunday morning, the heat and humidity will make a return.
In Minnesota, weather can be all over the place. Here at WCCO, we want to give you what you need to prepare for what's happening next.
A round of storms will move through Minnesota on Sunday morning.
After a few weeks of cooler-than-average weather, the summer heat is making a comeback.
After a few weeks of cooler-than-average weather, the summer heat is making a comeback.
After some possible storms on Sunday morning, the heat and humidity will make a return.
From nearly 3,000 miles away, Minnesotans are coming together to help the South American country.
A round of storms will move through Minnesota on Sunday morning.
It’ll soon cost more to attend the University of Minnesota.
Hundreds of thousands of people will celebrate Pride and community this weekend.